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International Film Institute of New York
Best ExperienceOne of the best experiences with incredible teachers and people. I learned much more than I expected, the program is very complete. When I finished I felt the confidence to continue building my path in film. I fully recommend it :) -
Rome International Film School
A personalised learning experience for any film enthusiastWhat an incredible opportunity to meet such talented people and learn from them! I had enquired about Production Design summer courses and, although they don't usually offer those, Carl organised one with a visiting professor, John Muto (Home Alone, Species). I got to experience both an academic... -
NYU - Tisch Kanbar Institute of Film and Television (M.F.A.)
Good Education. Poor Everything ElseWorld class education received at NYU Tisch, with some remarkable faculty (those who care to teach are extremely helpful). Lots of bureaucratic nonsense that resulted in administrators lying to class regarding benefits and recourse for missed opportunities due to COVID. Many affected including... -
NYU - Tisch Kanbar Institute of Film and Television (M.F.A.)
NYU Tisch Graduate Film ProgramThe graduate film program at NYU changed my life. I keep up with most of my classmates and a lot of my professors. I still work with a lot of my classmates on film projects currently. -
American University - School of Communication (B.A.)
DON"T GOSimply put, the film program in AU is a joke. Most faculties and student have no taste for film. You will not get enough training in any aspect of filmmaking. And the tuition is relatively high, so don't waste your time and money.
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USC MFA Film & Television Production
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LFS - MA Filmmaking Jan 2023
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USC - Film & TV Production Spring 2023
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USC MFA Film & Television Production
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How to Get an Offer of Study From London Film School (LFS): Tips From the Admissions, Recruitment, Marketing & Workshops teams (Part 2)
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Exclusively for our Supporting Members, this is the second part of our 2 hour interview with London Film School. FilmSchool.org is 100%... -
How to Get an Offer of Study From London Film School (LFS): Tips From the Admissions, Recruitment, Marketing & Workshops teams (Part 1)
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As the first international film school in the UK, the London Film School is a leader in educating film students on classic and emerging filmmaking... -
Film School MFA Application Deadlines (Updated for Fall 2023)
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Wondering when you need to get that film school application in? Below is a list of all current graduate film school deadlines as of September... -
Columbia University: How to Apply for 2023, Acceptance Rate, and What To Expect as a Columbia Film Student
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Biden’s Student Debt Relief Plan and Your Film School Loans
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After months of speculation, the Biden-Harris Administration wiped away a minimum of $10,000 in student loan debt — good news for film school... -
NYU Tisch: How to Apply for 2023, Acceptance Rate, and What To Expect as an NYU Film Student
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As a highly ranked East Coast film school, the Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film & Television at NYU Tisch School of the Arts gives filmmakers the...
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting. I anguished over the thought of turning down either school. As a true cinephile... -
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When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.
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Scrolling past all of my classmates successes on FB (and mostly being OK with it) I came across a post asking for film school advice. 'What should...
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Interviewed USC MFA Film & Television ProductionThis is my first time applying. Thought I...
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London Film School - MA FilmmakingDoes anyone know if LFS still intends to move to a new location, and if so, when?
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Harold Ramis Film SchoolHi! I have been accepted into the 2022 class, but I am unsure of attending. I wanted to defer to the winter session, but was denied. I'm currently...
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UCLA TFT - Production/Directing (M.F.A.)Would anyone be willing to upload their application materials? Trying to figure out what a successful application has looked like
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Boston University - College of Communication (M.F.A. Screenwriting)Has anyone gotten off the wait-list yet?
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NYU - Tisch Kanbar Institute of Film and Television (M.F.A.)Hi! I am attending Tisch for grad film this fall. This is a stupid question but I have two dogs—how much time will I have to go back (I live...
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UCLA MFA in Production/Directing - Fall 2022Hey, any chance you’d be willing to upload application materials? I really have no idea what they’re looking for in applications and info is...
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AFI Screenwriting 2022It looks like they selected those options when they logged their application but didn't actually upload them or removed them. I'll deselect the...
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LFS - MA Filmmaking Jan 2023Good luck! Was just looking at the same program. What drew you to LFS in particular?
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AFI Screenwriting 2022Hi! I noticed that it says you attached some materials for reference, but I cannot seem to find them. Where am I supposed to look?
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Q & A With Patrick Clement, Columbia MFA Screenwriting & Directing StudentThis is so amazing! Thanks for sharing
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How to Get Into NFTS, the #1 International Film School: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions Department (Part 2)Thanks so much for sharing this interview! I actually joined the virtual open day early March so some of these things I already knew but it's... -
Film School MFA Application Deadlines (Updated for Fall 2023)CSUN's MFA in Screenwriting Program deadline is extended till March 1st
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After Three Years of Rejection, I Got Into The Two Best Film Schools in The World. Here Are The Five Things I Learned...Just stumbled upon this article, even though it's already been over a year back. Still a very nice & inspiring article to read! Hope your studies...
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Tips on filmmakingI really appreciate this. These tips can come in extremely handy for students who are interested in becoming the future filmmaking heros, film...
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When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.This is so beautifully written Patrick. I just feel like giving you a tight bear hug.
It is so nice to see somebody being frank and open about...
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.What a great post. I would like to hire you as my student's personal film school decision coach, LOL. -
When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.Glad to see you still active on here Patrick! This resonates! -
How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.Great post! Very informative and thorough! I'm looking forward to your update while you're at NYU.
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Admitted (w/o Interview) University of Texas at AustinGreat School! Light supplemental compared to other schools.
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Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) MA Film/MA Sound Arts - University of the Arts London（LCC）I got offers for MA Film and MA Sound Arts. MA Sound Arts did not have...- xXMing
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Admitted (After Interview) NFTS MA Editing - Jan 2023 start1st time applying. Already learned a lot through process. If you're...
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Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) LFS - MA ScreenwritingFirst time applying to London Film School. Application process was...
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Admitted (w/o Interview) Fall 2022 Transfer Bachelors Degree Program to UCSB, UCB, UCSD (all admitted) or UCLA (not admitted)Applied to UCSD, UCSB, UCB for graduation spring 2024. Admitted to all...
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